Discover the captivating story of Victor Swerts and his family, who transformed Soudal into a Belgian chemical powerhouse with assets worth 699.2 million euros. From modest beginnings in 1966 to becoming a leader in sealants and silicones in Europe, while navigating global challenges and diversifying their investments, including into entertainment.
Explore the century-long journey of Oliefabriek Vandamme, from its roots in milling to its transformation into the leading corn oil company with a fortune of 164 million euros.
Discover the fascinating story of Famille Maes, started by Jef Maes in the 60s and now a leading distributor of petroleum products in Belgium with sales of 1 billion euros. A family saga crowned by the acquisition by Dutch group De Haan in 2023, bearing witness to constant growth and innovation in the sector.
Immerse yourself in the history of the Joris family and ETAP, a Belgian company founded in 1949, famous for its cutting-edge lighting solutions and unsinkable sailboats. Discover how, under the leadership of Christ'l Joris, the company navigates through challenges to maintain a legacy of quality and innovation, with a family fortune of over 30 million euros.
Discover the rise of Urbain Vandeurzen, from young engineer to successful entrepreneur, leading LMS to the forefront of industrial simulations until its acquisition by Siemens for 700 million euros. A journey marked by innovation, investment diversification with Smile Invest, and a passion for winegrowing.
Discover how the Van Remoortel family transformed Remo-Frit into Belgium's leading producer of pre-cut potatoes, with assets worth over 30 million euros. A story of innovation, perseverance and family success.
Explore the remarkable journey of Wim Heylen, from his beginnings in pet retail to the creation of a diversified empire with 24 companies and over 500 million euros in sales. Discover his global influence and innovative achievements.
Find out how Jürgen Ingels, a fintech pioneer in Belgium, transformed the financial industry with Clear2Pay and continues to drive innovation by supporting startups.
Discover the remarkable rise of the Beerens family, from bakery to automotive empire valued at 101 million euros. Based in 's Gravenwezel, Antwerp, the Beerens Groep is a perfect illustration of the family's ability to innovate and adapt from a humble bakery to a major player in Belgium's automotive sector.
Explore the success of the Haelterman family, a 155.8 million euro footprint in the world of beverages. In Brussels, the Haelterman group stands out for its expertise in food service and wholesale, notably with the famous Carlsberg beer and the innovative Tao health drink.
